Manager, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

Location: Boston, MA Workplace: OnSite At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock and inspire performance for life. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. The Finance team at WHOOP is building a world-class accounting organization to support the company's rapid growth and long-term strategic ambitions. We are focused on scaling our processes, strengthening internal controls, and preparing the infrastructure needed for public company readiness. We are seeking a Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting to join our accounting team. In this role, you will prepare WHOOP's quarterly and annual financial statements and footnote disclosures,research and document the accounting for new and complex transactions, and drive improvements to scale and optimize the technical accounting process, including the implementation of AI initiatives. You will partner closely with the FP&A, Legal, People, and external auditors to ensure that WHOOP's financial reporting is accurate, compliant with U.S. GAAP, and scalable as the company prepares to operate as a public company. The right candidate brings strong technical depth, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear conclusions and high-quality disclosures. This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and related footnote disclosures, coordinating with accounting stakeholders to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with U.S. GAAP. - Complete U.S. GAAP disclosure checklists and maintain audit-ready supporting documentation and work papers for financial reporting deliverables. - Contribute to public company readiness, including SEC reporting requirements (Regulation S-X and S-K), earnings per share (ASC 260), segment reporting (ASC 280), and the design of financial reporting controls in alignment with SOX expectations. - Support quarterly reviews and annual audits, preparing schedules and supporting documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. - Research, analyze, and document the accounting for new and complex transactions in technical accounting memoranda for review by leadership and external auditors. - Provide technical accounting support across areas relevant to WHOOP's operations, which may include revenue recognition (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), debt, and business combinations (ASC 805), partnering with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and other cross-functional teams. - Oversee the accounting for stock-based compensation (ASC 718) and equity transactions, including review of monthly entries and reconciliations to the equity administration system, 409A valuation assumptions, and liability versus equity classification of equity-linked instruments under ASC 480 and ASC 815. - Drive process improvement and automation across financial reporting, identifying opportunities to enhance accuracy and efficiency through Workiva, BI, and AI-driven solutions. QUALIFICATIONS: - 7+ years of accounting experience, including a strong foundation in public accounting and experience in a financial reporting or technical accounting role at a high-growth or public company. - Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA required. - Strong track record of preparing quarterly and annual financial statements and footnote disclosures, with SEC reporting or IPO readiness experience strongly preferred. - Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX, with excellent technical research and memo writing skills. - Working knowledge of stock-based compensation (ASC 718) and equity transactions, including related financial statement disclosures. - Experience serving as a point of contact for external auditors and supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters to cross-functional stakeholders. - Experience with Workiva strongly preferred; experience implementing automation or AI-driven solutions within accounting workflows is a plus. - Strong alignment with WHOOP's mission and enthusiasm for contributing to a high-growth organization. Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply. WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values. At WHOOP, total compensation is viewed as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of the corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 – $140,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.